Sorta Awesome

The time has come, dear friends and Awesomes, to bring you one last conversation. And we thought it would be absolutely perfect to end the way we began - Meg, Kelly, Rebekah, and Laura - all on microphone together! Join the original Sorta Awesome squad for a discussion that includes Meg’s reflections on the past eight years, future plans for each of them, and closing words to the Awesomes. (Plus a quadruple dose of Awesome of the Week!) As you are shopping Amazon this season, don’t forget that you can support Sorta Awesome for FREE when you shop through our affiliate link: SORTA AWESOME AMAZON: sortaawesomeshow.com/amazon THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Notion: Try Notion AI for free when you go to notion.com/sorta *OneSkin: New customers get 15% off with code SORTA at oneskin.co *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Laura’s AotW: Storygraph app Rebekah’s AotW : Ali Hazelwood novellas on audio Kelly’s AotW: Almond bars Birria beef (thanks to Awesome Jill): Combine one jar of Target's Mexican-inspired birria cooking sauce with 2.5 pounds of stew beef in a slow cooker; cool on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4. Serve over ramen noodles. Meg’s AotW: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara (in print and on audio) Lebanon series: October 2016, start with A Refuge for Refugees Closing song: Oh My Heart, REM You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Find Laura on Instagram and on her podcast 10 Things to Tell You! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 December 2023

It’s that time of year again, friends! Pop the bubbly and join Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah for a conversation covering ALL of their favorites from 2023! From pop culture picks to the meaningful lessons they will take from this year, there is a TON of awesome to explore in this super-sized episode! As you are shopping Amazon this season, don’t forget that you can support Sorta Awesome for FREE when you shop through our affiliate link: SORTA AWESOME AMAZON: sortaawesomeshow.com/amazon THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Book of the Month: For a limited time, you can join and get the first book for just $5 with code FORYOU at bookofthemonth.com *OneSkin: New customers get 15% off with code SORTA at oneskin.co *Lume: New customers get $5 off a Lume Starter pack with code AWESOME at LumeDeoderant.com *Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/60awesome and use code 60awesome to get 60% off, plus 20% off your next two months SHOW NOTES: Kelly's Awesome of the Year: Salsa Verde Chicken Rice Tortilla Soup Rebekah’s Awesome of the Year: Cayden Cross Body Bag from Target Meg’s Awesome of the Year: Otherworld podcast Kelly's Watching: Shrinking and Ted Lasso on Apple TV (sign up for Apple TV with our affiliate link!) Kelly's Reading: The Whalebone Theatre by Joanna Quinn Kelly's Listening: Sold a Story podcast Cozy Acoustic Morning playlist on Spotify Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Lifeby Dacher Keltner Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age by Katherine May Rebekah's Watching: Jury Duty (on Amazon prime) Traitors (on Peacock) Rebekah’s Reading: Nonfiction: How To Stay Married by Harrison Scott Key The Great Sex Rescue by Shelia Wray Gregoire Caste by Isabel Wilkerson Fiction: Yours Truly by Abby Jimeneze Rebekah's Listening: The Viall Files "Ask Nick" episodes and update episodes Your Own Backyard Rebekah’s viral reel Rebekah’s post: How to think positively about my house Meg’s Watching: Never Have I Ever, Heartstopper, and The Bear Meg’s Reading: The Life Council, Laura Tremaine Happy Place, Emily Henry Divine Rivals, Rebecca Ross None of this is True, Lisa Jewell You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 December 2023

We continue our reflection back on the best moments of Sorta Awesome, and this week, the spotlight is on Kelly Gordon! Do not miss this introspective conversation with Meg and Kelly as Kelly shares what the past eight years of creating Sorta Awesome has brought to her life personally and professionally, and she shares the one episode she wants to leave with the Awesomes! As you are shopping Amazon this season, don’t forget that you can support Sorta Awesome for FREE when you shop through our affiliate link: SORTA AWESOME AMAZON: sortaawesomeshow.com/amazon SHOW NOTES: Kelly’s AotW: American Auto Meg’s AotW: Ghost Story podcast BEST EPISODES Ep 63: What We Know Now That We're Here Ep 162: Self-care, self-comfort, what’s healthy, what’s not Ep 223: Seven kinds of self-care for the holidays Ep 268 Self-care vs. Self-comfort: Everything you need to know Ep 39: Seeking rest, finding delight You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2023

Friends, you are in for a treat this week! As we begin the final weeks of Sorta Awesome, we are taking some time to focus on some of our favorite moments with some of your favorite people. Today’s episode celebrates Rebekah! Meg and Rebekah take some time to reflect on lessons learned and moments to remember from the past eight years. Rebekah has picked her favorite episode to re-share with you, and we include a surprise never-heard-on-the-main-show accidental confession that you don’t want to miss! As you are shopping Amazon this season, don’t forget that you can support Sorta Awesome for FREE when you shop through our affiliate link: SORTA AWESOME AMAZON: sortaawesomeshow.com/amazon THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Notion: Try Notion AI for free when you go to notion.com/sorta *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Rebekah’s AotW: If We Disappear Here by Mindy Hayes (Get your Kindle 30 day free trial!) In Your Eyes on YouTube Meg’s AotW: Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Cream Sorta Awesome episodes mentioned: 10 Big Things We Stopped Doing (ep. 264) 10 Things We Wish We Had Done Sooner (ep. 183) Leaning Into The Squirm: How To Talk To Your Kids ABout Bodies, Sex, and Sexuality (ep. 99) Coming Out Conversations (ep. 137) Self-Care, Self-Comfort, What's Healthy, What's Not (ep. 162) Offering Gentle Comfort In Times Of Grief During The Holidays and Beyond (ep. 80) Heartbreak, Doubt, And Finding Faith Through The Storms (ep. 192) The Pandemic Broke Me, Now What? (ep. 426) Every Single Confessions Episode: Helpful PSAs and A Collection of Confessions (ep. 37) Lollipop Debates, Starbucks Half-Truths, and Other Things That Keep Us Up At Night (ep. 98) Confessions: Embarrassing Moments Edition! (ep. 136 - Rebekah ALMOST picked this one for the replay.) True Confessions: Home Life Edition (ep. 168 - group show!) Confessions: Year-End Edition (ep. 174) Confessions: Holiday Edition! (ep. 225 - group show!) So EMBARRASSING. Hear Our Confessions! (ep. 243 - replayed in this episode) Confessions: Weird New Habits, Lice Battles, Book Heartbreaks, and More! (ep. 280) Our Spiciest Confessions Yet! (ep. 359) Our MOST Memorable Confessions! (ep. 383 - clip show) You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 December 2023

Sure, you’ve seen other holiday gift guides, but how many gift guides are made BY Awesomes, FOR Awesomes?! Let’s revisit Meg’s favorite gift guide - the one where she, Kelly, and Rebekah share excellent gift ideas straight from our Awesome community! As you are shopping Amazon this season, don’t forget that you can support Sorta Awesome for FREE when you shop through our affiliate link: SORTA AWESOME AMAZON: sortaawesomeshow.com/amazon THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/AWESOME for up to 20% off your next purchase (limited time offer!) *OneSkin: Get 15% off with the code SORTA at oneskin.co SHOW NOTES: Easily shop items from today’s episode at Sorta Awesome: Things we LOVE! REBEKAH’S LISTS: Babies & Littles Wooden Tables & Chairs Set Learning Resources Jumbo Dinosaurs Other Learning Resources Jumbo Animal Sets Fat Brain Toys Dimpl Stack Fat Brains Toys Whirly Squigz Kids, Tweens, & Teens Book Series Suggestions: Dogman Whatever After City Spies Other ideas: Mail Order Mystery Face Planter Pot Natural Crystal LED String Lights Mooas Cube Timer Adults Erin Condren Lap Desk Daily Calendar from Social Print Studio MEG’S LISTS: Things I bought and liked: Shark HyperAir hair dryer lookHUMAN mugs Laneige lip mask Gold hoop earrings Bose Quiet Comfort Bluetooth Headphones Quirky gifts: Flower bouquet bricks Mini greenhouse LCD drawing pad Future Ghost line Hard-to-shop-for gifts: Goldbelly’s Top 50 gifts Tempurpedic sleep mask Manta sleep mask Hotel Lobby candles Simple Modern insulated drinkware KELLY’S LISTS: Gifts for Geeks and Nerds: SnoogTees My Hero Academia board game Soundproof foam for walls Personalized minifigs Keyboard skins or covers Custom Converse Family Fun: Clue Escape and Solve game Bonus: Box One Jackbox Cravebox Pasta maker Nespresso Puzzle table Dowdle Buffalo Games puzzles (arcade puzzle) 50 States of Beauty Social Media Made Me Buy It: Kitch—Non-heating hair wrap for curly hair Woobles AirPods case Cool Pet glasses holder Cat glasses holder MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 357 Awesome Holiday Gift Guide 2021 Ep. 222 Sorta Awesome Holiday gift guide 2019! Ep. 171 Sorta Awesome Holiday Gift Guide 2018 Extra Awesome: Holiday Gift Guide 2017 You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 November 2023

Gather ‘round, Awesomes! Today’s conversation is a big one; the time has come for the final episode in our Midlife with Mindy and Meg series. Sorta Awesome regular Mindy Brouse joins Meg for one last conversation in the midlife series that so many in our Awesome community have loved, and to close out the series, they are talking all things midlife books and reading. From helpful guides to permenopause to captivating storytelling featuring midlife characters, there is definitely a book for everyone on today’s list! FIND THE ENTIRE MIDLIFE WITH MINDY AND MEG SERIES HERE Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Green Chef: For Green Chef’s best deal of the year, get $250 off with code awesome250 at GreenChef.com/awesome250 *Notion: Try Notion AI for free when you go to Notion.com/sorta SHOW NOTES: Mindy’s AotW: Stay Badass tank or shirt Slippers: XIHALOOK House Slippers Book: Hidden Potential by Adam Grant Meg’s AotW: The Disappearances of Draco Malfoy @holygnocchi on TikTok MIDLIFE BOOKS: Fast Like a Girl A Woman's Guide to Using the Healing Power of Fasting to Burn Fat, Boost Energy, and Balance Hormones, Dr. Mindy Pelz The Menopause Manifesto Own Your Health with Facts and Feminism, Dr. Jen Gunter Hot and Bothered: What No One Tells You About Menopause and How to Feel Like Yourself Again, Jancee Dunn The Upgrade: How the Female Brain Gets Stronger and Better in Midlife and Beyond Hardcover, Dr. Louann Brizendine Crones Don't Whine: Concentrated Wisdom for Juicy Women, Dr. Jean Shinoda Bolen “Second Spring: The Self-Care Guide to Menopause,” by Kate Codrington The Galveston Diet by Dr. Mary Claire Haver The Most Fun We Ever Had by Claire Lombardo This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub Maybe Next Time by Cesca Major What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty Queen Bee by Ciara Geraghty The Change by Kirsten Miller Broken Light by Joanne Harris Wayward by Dana Spiotta Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows by Balli Kaur Jaswal MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 427: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The struggle is real in the clothes closet Ep. 380: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Brain Fog and Cycle Chaos Ep. 395: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Parenting Our Parents and Life in the Middle Ep. 401: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The Ups and Downs of Sex! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Mindy on Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2023

Whether you’ve got a furry little animal soul mate at your side or you are happily pet-free, you will definitely want to press play on this conversation! Meg and Kelly are enthusiastic pet people, but Rebekah is not so sure. Tune in to hear Rebekah’s questions about the ins-and-outs and highs-and-lows of living that family pet life! Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/AWESOME for 10% off your next purchase (or use code AWESOME at checkout) *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Rebekah's AotW: Sausage Tortellini Soup Kelly’s AotW: Bluey Meg AotW: Keys to the Kingdom podcast 10 Best Kid-Friendly Soup Recipes for Cozy Days Sorta Awesome Soup Pinterest Board MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 465: Sorta Goodbye Ep. 162: Self-care, self-comfort, what’s healthy, what’s not Ep. 417: Holiday home hacks you’re going to love! Ep. 400: Would You Rather? 4 vs 400 edition! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2023

If we’ve learned anything from Taylor Swift this year, it’s that eras come, and eras go. Today, the Sorta Awesome team is sharing with you that it’s the end of an era for Sorta Awesome. Take a moment to hit play to hear about the podcast closing, and what comes next for your favorite Friday friends! Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 464: The Sex Episode Ep. 463: These discoveries will upgrade your life! Ep. 462: 15 new releases we absolutely loved! Ep. 461: The AWESOME LIST for Fall 2023 You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2023

What happens when all those Purity Culture kids from the 90s and early 2000s grow up and get married? Well one thing we discovered is a bunch of books were published to “help” us understand sex and marriage. Turns out, some of them were … not so helpful. Meg and Rebekah are here to discuss. Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *OneSkin: Get 15% off with the code SORTA at oneskin.co SHOW NOTES: Rebekah’s AotW: Latuza Pajama Pants Meg’s AotW: Sam and Colby: Surviving a week at the Real Conjuring House The Great Sex Rescue by Sheila Wray Gregoire Sheila Gregoire on Instagram Come As You Are by Emily Nagoski Books Studied for The Great Sex Rescue (listed in order of best to worst): Helpful Books: The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John M Gottman (tie - scored near perfect)- https://amzn.to/3QvFtE6 The Gift of Sex by Clifford & Joyce Penner (tie - scored near perfect) - https://amzn.to/3FRLwgd Boundaries in Marriage by Henry Cloud & John Townsend (tie) - https://amzn.to/3QwSHQJ Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas (tie) - https://amzn.to/3QwSHQJ Intimate Issues by Linda Dillow & Lorraine Pintus - https://amzn.to/462KSHn Neutral Books: The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy & Kathy Keller - https://amzn.to/3tPTALB Intended for Pleasure by Ed & Gaye Wheat - https://amzn.to/3Shk3Mk Harmful Books: Sheet Music by Kevin Leman - https://amzn.to/3SdKCBM The Act of Marriage by Tim and Beverly LaHaye - https://amzn.to/3tUnsGp His Needs, Her Needs by Willard F Harley Jr - https://amzn.to/4762DWV The Power of a Praying Wife by Stormie Omartian - https://amzn.to/49bQDoy For Women Only by Shaunti Feldahn - https://amzn.to/3Q9xLOx Every Man's Battle by Stephen Arterburn and Fred Stoeker - https://amzn.to/3Q9xLOx Love & Respect by Emerson Eggerichs - https://amzn.to/3tOaH0b MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 193: Stressed out, burned out and ready to recover Ep. 401: Midlife with Mindy & Meg: The ups and downs of sex Ep. 318: 5 books every woman should read Ep. 463: These discoveries will upgrade your life! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2023

We are always all about taking care of YOU, and today, one of our favorite Enneagram 2s who always has the hook-up for the GOOD stuff is back! Meg is joined by Sorta Awesome regular Julie Tepperman, and Julie has brought a stash of discoveries that are sure to bring a little extra sparkle for a fun upgrade to daily life. Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Brooklinen: Visit Brooklinen.com and use code AWESOME20 for $20 off your online order of $100 or more *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Julie’s AotW: Baked chicken recipe (Gimme Some Oven) Meg’s AotW: GUTS album, Olivia Rodrigo Hacks: artskills precut neon shapes Products: Typology tinted lip OIL Lune and Aster eclipse volumizing and curling mascara Charlotte Tilbury Eyes to Mesmerize cream eyeshadow in Rose Gold Static nail polish remover (clear) Static nail polish remover (rose gold) Madgabs lipbalm Bella Skin probiotic underarm toner Make Up For Ever gentle eye gel remover – for sensitive eyes and lips BeeKeepers’s Naturals Propolis Immune Support Throat Spray Oxyfresh gentle formula unflavored mouthwash Nonproducts Sparta Candle Company Tank tops from Etsy – Kurve Space heater: Vornado Velocity 3R Crossbody bag MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 462: 15 new releases we absolutely loved! Ep. 408: The books that shaped who we are Ep. 454: The Internet made me buy it, Part 1 Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: all the products we are loving, hating and wanting right now! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Julie on Instagram and Facebook! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2023

Awesomes, have you noticed that 2023 is just killing it when it comes to amazing new book releases?! Meg is joined by Sorta Awesome regular Katie Proctor, and they have so MANY books to discuss! From memoir to essay collections to literary fiction and all kinds of genres in-between, there’s something on this list for every reader. Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/60AWESOME and use code 60AWESOME to get 60% off plus free shipping *Rocket Money: Cancel unneccessary subscriptions with Rocket Money today. Go to RocketMoney.com/awesome. SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: The Dating Detectives podcast Katie’s AotW: Sex Education on Netflix KATIE’S LIST Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Congratulations, the Best is Over! By R. Eric Thomas Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q Sutanto Chain Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston A Fever in the Heartland by Timothy Egan Shark Heart by Emily Habeck The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood Tom Lake by Ann Patchett MEG’S LIST Tough Titties by Laura Belgray Failure is not NOT an option by Patrick Hinds True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren The September House by Carissa Orlando Woke Up Like This by Amy Lea MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 408: The books that shaped who we are Ep. 461: The AWESOME LIST for Fall 2023 Ep. 456: Midlife with Mindy and Meg: The Ultimate Bittersweet Ep. 396: Beach reads round-up! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! You can find Katie at her website or on Facebook and Instagram! And be sure to order her latest book Color Coded! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2023

What’s the color you’ll be seeing everywhere this autumn? What little hack can make your mums even more glorious? Which movies should you plan to catch in theaters in the next few months? Meg and Kelly are back with one of their favorite episodes - the seasonal list, and they’ve got everything you need to know for the aiutumnal months ahead. From what to sip to what to wear, from delightful recipes to game-changing hacks, they’ve got the scoop just for you! Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Brooklinen: Visit Brooklinen.com and use code AWESOME20 for $20 off your online order of $100 or more SHOW NOTES: Kelly’s AotW: Laufey Meg’s AotW: None of this is True, Lisa Jewell (on audio) KELLY’S LIST Water mums from the bottom Spooky thrift painting—some examples: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR7h9G9M/ https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR7h5Suy/ https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR7hDSK3/ Vegan Coconut Lentil Soup Trader Joe’s Harvest Blend Herbal Tea Halloween char”boo”terie MEG’S LIST We’re not really strangers conversation cards Fall movie releases Fall style Red on trend Latte make-up including brownish lips: SAIE Nouveau at Sephora ColourPop lux lipstick in latte at Target ColourPop lux lipstick in latte at ColourPop Revlon Toast of New York at Amazon Fall cozy Muslin blanket Tsh’s new journal Fall fragrances from PULP Fragrances: Embrace Autumn Morning PAST FALL LIST EPISODES: Ep. 410: Your AWESOME list for autumn 2022! Ep. 349: AWESOME LIST FOR FALL 2021! Ep. 262: The AWESOME List for Fall 2020! Ep. 215: Awesome List for Fall 2019 Ep. 166: The Awesome List Fall 2018 You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2023

It’s a big dream-come-true day for Meg as she gets to sit down with one of her all-time favorite podcasters: Patrick Hinds! Patrick is the co-creator and co-host of True Crime Obsessed, a podcast that is always at the top of Meg’s must-listen list of favorites. But he’s not here to talk all things TCO today! Instead, he’s sharing two incredible, unforgettable stories from his bestselling brand new book Failure Is Not NOT An Option: How the Chubby Gay Son of a Jesus-Obsessed Lesbian Found Love, Family, and Podcast Success … and a Bunch of Other Stuff. From hilarious misadventures with a golden (and grouchy!) celebrity to a touching story of saying yes to growing a family, you simply must hear the wisdom and the hilarity that Patrick has brought for the Awesomes! Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Patrick’s AotW: Stage Combat podcast Meg’s AotW: Heartstopper Soundtrack on Spotify Failure Is Not NOT an Option by Patrick Hinds MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 459: What was the last…? Ep. 458: Soup season ideas to steal from The Cook’s Book with Bri McCoy Ep. 454: The Internet made me buy it Ep. 455: Midlife with Mindy & Meg: Facial changes & life pivots You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Patrick Hinds is the author of the hilarious memoir Failure Is Not NOT an Option. He is also the creator, writer, and star of the touring show Patrick’s Traveling Book Party and the co-creator and co-host of the hit true crime/comedy podcast, True Crime Obsessed. Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2023

Meg and Rebekah had SO MANY WORDS for this conversation that we had to trim it waaaaaay down, BUT! The full-length ad-free version is available right now for all Super Star Awesomes over on Patreon! Not a Super Star yet? Today is a great day to become one! Friends, what was the last … time you cried in public? felt embarrassed? laughed until you cried? Meg and Rebekah dig into each other’s personal lives by asking each other about all the lasts, and it takes them in some unexpected places! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Brooklinen: Visit Brooklinen.com and use code AWESOME20 for $20 off your online order of $100 or more *OneSkin: Get 15% off with the code AWESOME at oneskin.co SHOW NOTES: Rebekah’s AotW: Don't Text Your Ex Happy Birthday by Nick Viall The Viall Files Podcast Meg’s AotW: Locket App REBEKAH’S LINKS: Harry's House. by Harry Styles Jury Duty Harry Styles Birthday Cakes Big Brother 25 Latuza Women's Pajama Pants Harry Styles LOT Sweatshirt Watch TikToks at 2x Speed The Summer I Saved You by Elizabeth O'Roark e.l.f. Contour Palette I Tried Swedish Death Cleaning My Entire House by Mia Maples MEG’S LINKS: Steve Lacy’s Gemini Rights album Heartstopper Season 2 Jury Duty Love At First Sight Amazon pillow sham Car cup holder trash can KISS press-on nails Glamnetic nail glue This Is Why They Hate Us, Aaron H. Aceves Glossier Pro Tip Eyeliner Saie Hydrabeam Concealer Goodnight Moon - ASMR Celebrity Personal Assistant (bathtime, steam treatment, positive affirmations) MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 458: Soup season ideas to steal from The Cook’s Book with Bri McCoy Ep. 450: Midlife with Mindy & Meg: Busting midlife myths Ep. 430: What to do when your reading feels broken You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2023

Some of us find joy in the kitchen, and some of us … well, maybe it’s not joy we find in cooking. Or maybe we used to find joy in cooking until we got burned out. Regardless of whether you consider yourself a home cooking expert or if you are happy to get through a meal without setting off the smoke alarm, you are going to love this conversation between Meg and Bri McKoy! Bri’s brand new book The Cook’s Book is fresh off the press, and this beautiful book is packed with inspiration for all the awesome to be found in the kitchen! Can’t get enough Sorta Awesome? Become a Sorta Awesome Super Star! You’ll get immediate access to hundreds of hours of exclusive content made just for the Super Stars! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *K12: Go to k12.com/AWESOME to learn more and find a tuition-free K-12 powered school near you *Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions—and manage your money the easy way—by going to RocketMoney.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: Starwalk app Bri’s AotW: Tipsy braised shortribs with mascarpone mashed potatoes The Cook’s Book: Recipes for Keeps & Essential Techniques to Master Everyday Cooking MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 356: Best meals for busy days Ep. 111: Our Favorite Meals Ep. 234: Go-to recipes and foodie memories You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Buy Bri McKoy’s book The Cook’s Book: Recipes for Keeps & Essential Techniques to Master Everyday Cooking! Find stories and recipes on her food blog at OurSavoryLife.com. Watch her videos with recipe tips and tricks and read her reflections on Instagram @brimckoy. You can also find Bri on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/brimckoy. Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2023

Oh, if only we could have known then what we know now, right? If you could tell your sixteen year old self anything, what would it be? That’s what Meg and Kelly explore this week, along with a heavy dose of nostalgia as they revisit who they were when they were sixteen! Can’t get enough Sorta Awesome? Become a Sorta Awesome Super Star! You’ll get immediate access to hundreds of hours of exclusive content made just for the Super Stars! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout *Green Chef: Go to GreenChef.com/60AWESOME and use code 60AWESOME to get 60% off plus free shipping SHOW NOTES: Kelly’s AotW: Freeze jalapenos whole to use all winter! Meg’s AotW: How To with John Wilson (on Max) Amy Grant: Lead Me On MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 454: The Internet Made Me Buy It (Part 1) Ep. 453: Advocating for people experiencing homelessness: a conversation by Nate Hoffer Ep. 456: Midlife with Mindy and Meg: the ultimate bittersweet Ep. 449: Amazon finds the Awesomes swear by! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2023

In our Midlife with Mindy & Meg series, we’ve covered lots of topics from many angles about the physical changes midlife brings, but what about the changes to our family dynamics and the roles we’ve fulfilled for years? Midlife brings seismic changes, and today, Mindy is here to hold Meg’s hand through the giant change of sending a grown child out into the world! How much do the people in your life know about perimenopause and menopause? Quiz them with our MIDLIFE survey and let’s see how much our people know! Find the Midlife with Mindy and Meg playlist on Spotify. (Bonus: share with friends!) Be like Mindy and be a Sorta Awesome Super Star! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *K12: Go to k12.com/AWESOME to learn more and find a tuition-free K-12 powered school near you *Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/AWESOME for 10% off your next purchase (or use code AWESOME at checkout) SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: 4 Pocket High Waisted Skort Mindy’s AotW: Shark Heart: A Novel Brooks Falls Katmai Natl Park via explore.org Beartown by Fredrick Backman This isn’t a Book About Benedict Cumberbatch Doing Life with Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 427: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The struggle is real in the clothes closet Ep. 380: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Brain Fog and Cycle Chaos Ep. 395: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Parenting Our Parents and Life in the Middle Ep. 401: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The Ups and Downs of Sex! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Mindy on Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 1 September 2023

We know - we left you on a cliffhanger! Sorry about that, friends. But here is part TWO of Meg’s conversation with Kelly and Rebekah talkin’ all about the things the internet has made them buy. Not only do they finish our their purchases lists, they also fill you in on the things that are hanging out in their carts while their fingers linger over the BUY NOW buttons! This is PART TWO of a two-part conversation and it dropped ad-free for all Super Stars last Friday. Did you know that VERY Super Stars get ad-free episodes every Friday? Check out our VERY Super Star tier in your Membership to make the switch to all ad-free, all the time! Come over to Sorta Awesome on YouTube! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: OneSkin: Reverse the signs of aging with OneSkin’s ground-breaking approach! Get 15% off with code AWESOME at oneskin.co SHOW NOTES: Kelly: Uproot pet cleaner IN KELLY’S CART: Prose / tiny ice ball trays Rebekah: Sweatshirt Cult IN REBEKAH’S CART: Simple Modern Tumbler Meg: Rainbow window clings IN MEG’S CART (or is it?!) Bleame You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2023

Fire up those browser tabs, friends! This week, Meg, Kelly, and Rebekah are here give you the scoop on all the things they’ve been influenced, pestered, arm-twisted, and convinced to buy some …. interesting … stuff online! From clever candles to chef knife perfection to hydration that may or may not just be water, they will tell you all about what made them hit BUY NOW. This is PART ONE of a two-part conversation. Part Two is available AD-FREE now for all Super Star Awesomes. Sign up to become a Super Star and get immediate access to part two of The Internet Made Me Buy It plus hundreds of hours of Sorta Awesome you’ve never heard before! Come over to Sorta Awesome on YouTube! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Rocket Money: Cancel your unwanted subscriptions—and manage your money the easy way—by going to RocketMoney.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Rebekah’s AotW: Stolen Heir by Sophie Lark Kelly’s AotW: Fall menu at Starbucks release Aug. 24 - including Casi Cielo whole bean coffee (the best coffee Starbucks offers, in Kelly's opinion) Meg’s AotW: Red White and Royal Blue (movie) REBEKAH’S BUYS: Spiral Light Candle Friendship Socks KELLY’S BUYS: Misen chef’s knife Kitsch heatless hair curler in satin MEG’S BUYS: Electric Spin Scrubber LA1 PRO Buoy hydration drops (Dr. Angela Stanton’s Migraine Protocol) MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: products we’re loving, hating and wanting right now! Ep. 453: Advocating for people experiencing homelessness: a conversation by Nate Hoffer Ep. 404: Rom-Coms for the modern era! Ep. 449: Amazon finds the Awesomes swear by! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2023

The third time is, indeed, a charm for one of our favorite Sorta Awesome spouses - Nate Hoffer! Nate is back on Sorta Awesome this week, and he and Rebekah have fresh insights to share with Meg and the Awesomes about new perspectives and developments in the matter of caring for people with dignity. There’s so much to learn in this conversation, and of course, you know the discussion is an awesome one! Back to school shopping? SHOP OUR LINK to support the show! Come over to Sorta Awesome on YouTube! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Nate and Rebekah’s AotW: Jury Duty Meg’s AotW: Cutting Teeth, Chandler Baker Good Samaritan Services Caste by Isabel Wilkerson MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 59: Nate Hoffer crushing misconceptions about homelessness Ep. 220 How to be awesome with holiday gifting (with Nate Hoffer) You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2023

Did you know August is the month of the year with the MOST birthdays? Let’s celebrate this sizzling month together - Enneagram style! Meg and Kelly talk allllll about what kind of parties (birthday and otherwise) that each type might like best, and the Awesomes weighed in with the ideal birthday party for their Enneagram number. Pop the corks and get your confetti ready - let’s party! Back to school shopping? SHOP OUR LINK to support the show! Make sure you are getting So Awesome Sunday! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *K12: Go to K12.com/AWESOME today to learn more and find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you! SHOW NOTES: Kelly’s AotW: Cucumber and Watermelon Salad recipe (Martha Stewart) Meg’s AotW: The Barbie Movie! MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 12 Oh the Enneagram? It’s awesome! Ep. 132 Why are you like that? Relationships and the Enneagram with Leigh Kramer Ep. 194 Enneagram Q&A Ep. 279 The Enneagram explains your reading life Ep. 373 Let’s destress with the Enneagram You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2023

You know those little things that you just keep putting off? You know that idea that you suspected might be helpful but then when you actually do it, it is a total game changer? YEAH. We know those things, too, and today, we’re talking all about it. Meg and Rebekah are continuing a conversation from Sorta Awesome past and digging in deep on the things they have done recently that they WISH they had done sooner! From wardrobe upgrades to vehicle epiphanies to ingesting chlorophyll (what?!), this super-sized episode has inspiration for all of the little things that make life better! SIGN UP for Awesome deals on Amazon (and beyond!) here! Make sure you are getting So Awesome Sunday! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *OneSkin: Get 15% off with code AWESOME at oneskin.co SHOW NOTES: Rebekah’s AotW: Plant clips and plant cleaning wipes Meg’s AotW: The Doux Bee Girl Honey Curl Custard Meg’s Bonus AotW: Boygenius cover of Cowboy Take Me Away Joules Rain Coat One Sec (app) Rebekah's new TV stand How to set up location sharing on iPhones Target sleeping bras: From Auden: Women's Seamless Brami (black) Women’s Seamless Brami (gray) From Jockey: Jockey Generation Women's Seamfree Tank Strap Bralette Jockey Generation Women's Recycled Seamfree Ribbed Plunge Bralette Period sleep shorts: Jockey Generation Women's Worry Proof Heavy Absorbency Period Panty Pajama Shorts Chlorophyll: https://amzn.to/453rPfV Information on antihistamine and PMDD MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 448: Keep Awesomes Silly! Ep. 449: Amazon Finds the Awesomes Swear By! Ep. 442: Say this, not that! Ep. 430: What to do when your reading feels broken You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2023

Who’s ready to do some MYTHBUSTING?! Mindy Brouse is back on Sorta Awesome this week, and that means it’s time for another round of Midlife with Mindy & Meg! From misunderstood terminology to controversial treatments to knowing just how long we’ll feel out of sorts, too many myths are still circulating when it comes to women in midlife. Push play to hear Meg and Mindy bust ‘em! Don’t forget that you can find ALL of our Midlife with Mindy and Meg episodes on this playlist SIGN UP for Awesome deals on Amazon (and beyond!) here! And we update our Amazon storefront daily, including the Awesome finds, Awesome-approved list! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/AWESOME for 10% off during the Summer Refresh Event (or use code AWESOME at checkout) *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: Search Engine podcast ”Wait, should I not be drinking airplane coffee?” Mindy’s AotW: How to Stay Married by Harrison Scott Key World's Largest Man by Harrison Scott Key Congratulations, Who are you Again? by Harrison Scott Key The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 427: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The struggle is real in the clothes closet Ep. 380: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Brain Fog and Cycle Chaos Ep. 395: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Parenting Our Parents and Life in the Middle Ep. 401: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The Ups and Downs of Sex! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Mindy on Instagram!! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2023

You know those little problems that annoy you, but not enough to stress out about? Great news! Meg, Julie, and the Awesomes have got you covered! Join them as they chat their way through awesome Amazon finds sourced straight from our community that will absolutely make your life BETTER! From ideas for your home to things to make travel easier, from beauty gear to excellent electronic finds, you’re going to be so surprised and happy with what we’ve found for you! SIGN UP for Awesome deals on Amazon (and beyond!) here - just in time for Prime Days! The So Awesome Summer Guide is HERE! Don’t forget to use code awesome23 at check-out for 23% off! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *OneSkin: Get 15% off with code AWESOME at oneskin.co SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: The Bear, Part 2 Julie’s AotW: Pampered Chef Chill and Serve ORIGINAL INSPIRATION THREAD from the Sorta Awesome Hangout with ALL Awesome-approved Amazon finds Find ALL the links mentioned in this episode on the Sorta Awesome website! MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 447: Awesome list for Summer 2023 Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: all the products we’re loving, hating and wanting right now! Ep. 445: Midlife with Mindy and Meg: facial changes & life pivots Ep. 404: Romcoms for the modern era! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Julie in the Sorta Awesome Hangout! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! HOME Water bottle holder Museum gel Fading-color kitchen sponges Art portfolio Nylon mesh bags Waterproof car trash can Lazy Susans like this one for condiments, or one for spices, this pretty wooden one, and this one for makeup Futon Convertible Bed Chair Katchy Fly Trap Precut parchment papers Laundry jug holder TRAVEL Lingerie bags Magnetic-closed pill organizer ELECTRONICS Extra-long chargers Clip-on cord holders Earbuds under $30 3 item travel charger iPhone lanyard Leather crossbody purse phone holder PopSocket wallet Key fob (like for Ford) ORGANIZATION Travel make-up case for back-up makeup Nail polish organizer 3 month wall calendar Over cabinet basket BEAUTY Skin care spatulas Cinema Secrets brush cleaner MISC Adhesive shower rod holder Rechargable LED light bulbs Photo organizer BOOKS How to Keep House While Drowning Clutter Free Organizing Solutions for People with ADHD Decluttering at the Speed of Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2023

Do you sometimes just want to look around and yell, “hey! It’s not that serious!” Heavens knows, we do! Today is a celebration of all things silly as Meg and Rebekah tell some of their silliest “oh my gosh, I can’t believe I did that” moments along with some ways they celebrate silliness in their own lives. Plus, they have tons of silly stories from the Awesomes to tell, too. Pop a silly straw into your favorite drink and let’s laugh! The So Awesome Summer Guide is HERE! Don’t forget to use code awesome23 at check-out for 23% off! Want even MORE Awesome? How about hundreds of hours of never-before-released-to-the-public episodes? How about ad-free versions of this show? Maybe an exclusive community of like-minded super awesome women? It’s the PERFECT time to come join us as a Super Star Awesome on Patreon! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Lume: As a special offer for listeners, new customers GET $5 OFF a Lume Starter Pack with code AWESOME at LumeDeodorant.com. That equates to over 40% off your Starter Pack when you visit LumeDeodorant.com and use code AWESOME. *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: Queer Eye, Season 7 Rebekah’s AotW: Cayden Crossbody Bag from Target Sorta Awesome Ep. 107: Keep Awesomes Weird MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 447: Awesome list for Summer 2023 Ep. 430: What to do when your reading feels broken Ep. 427: Let’s talk about midlife: the struggle is real in the clothes closet Ep. 425: How to make the most of your money in 2023 You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 June 2023

Summer is now OFFICIAL-official, and we are kicking it off Meg and Kelly's FIRST FAVORITE season with their annual fave - the AWESOME list! Push play to discover everything you need to make the most of your summer. From body care to the very best in bike shorts, from delicious food and cool drinks to delightful books and TV - we've got it all covered. Join us as we chat about our favorite ways to make this summer one of your best! The So Awesome Summer Guide is HERE! Don’t forget to use code awesome23 at check-out for 23% off! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Redd Remedies: Listeners can use the code AWESOME at www.reddremedies.com to receive 20% off Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/AWESOME for 10% off during their Summer Refresh Event (or use code AWESOME at checkout) SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: Never Have I Ever, season 4 Kelly’s AotW: Ryobi cordless hand vacuum MEG’S LIST: Underarm double-cleansing inspired by Sara Biquele Bike shorts: These Awesome-approved ones and these Meg-approved ones for Plus Size. Bonus: this Hangout thread about Awesome-approved bike shorts! Espresso tonic ChatGPT for travel hacks: this post and this one! Happy Place by Emily Henry KELLY’S LIST: Room-sized air purifier Personal air conditioner Espadrille sandals Dairy-free chia seed pudding made with chocolate almond milk or coconut milk. Kelly's ratio is 1 tbsp chia seeds to 1/4 cup liquid. Don't forget to stir twice before you put it in the fridge! Trader Joe's summer products for 2023: Trader Joe’s Splendid Summertime Shopping List (podcast) and 20 New and Returning Items to Buy at Trader Joe’s for Summer 2023 (Real Simple article) Resort pass Happy Place by Emily Henry MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 444: Get ready for So Awesome Summer! Ep. 316: Summer Meals Extravaganza! Ep. 446: Three ways to save on groceries in thirty minutes Ep. 443: YOUR Awesome guide to summer reading! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 June 2023

Do you ever feel like you're overspending on groceries every month and want an easy solution? Join Meg and special guest Sarah Schweisthal, the glowing star and super practical guide from You Need a Budget, as they discuss very awesome solutions to spending less at the grocery store AND really using the food you have on hand to feed yourself and your family well. Sarah reduced her family’s grocery budget by $800 per month (!) and she has wisdom to share with you! The So Awesome Summer Guide is HERE! Don’t forget to use code awesome23 at check-out for 23% off! Looking for MORE Sorta Awesome? It’s a great time of year to become a Super Star! Get ad-free versions of Friday episodes, plus many, many hours of ad-free exclusive episodes created just for our Super Stars that you can download and binge right now! Plus text with Meg and the team and join our Super Star community on Facebook! Check it out at patreon.com/sortaawesome Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *OneSkin: Get 15% off with code AWESOME at oneskin.co *Babbel: Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: Jergen’s Natural Glow Sarah’s AotW: Bigelow Tea Vanilla Caramel Black Tea MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 444: Get ready for So Awesome Summer! Ep. 356: Best Meals for Busy Days! Ep. 375: 10 inexpensive buys that improved our lives! Ep. 443: YOUR Awesome Summer guide to summer reading! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Sarah at www.YNAB.com and follow Sarah on TikTok @YNABOfficial and Instagram @YouNeedABudget! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2023

Today, Mindy Brouse is back on Sorta Awesome for another episode of the wildly popular Midlife with Mindy and Meg series! Tune in to hear them discuss the surprising changes to our faces during perimenopause and menopause, and how making life pivots can lead to even greater happiness in midlife. Plus get helpful tips for navigating these changes with grace. Grab your favorite beverage and join us as we talk about all things midlife! The So Awesome Summer Guide is HERE! Don’t forget to use code awesome23 at check-out for 23% off! Looking for MORE Sorta Awesome? It’s a great time of year to become a Super Star! Get ad-free versions of Friday episodes, plus many, many hours of ad-free exclusive episodes created just for our Super Stars that you can download and binge right now! Plus text with Meg and the team and join our Super Star community on Facebook! Check it out at patreon.com/sortaawesome We’ve done your spring gifting season shopping FOR YOU! Check out the Awesome Father’s Day Gift Guide! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Mindy’s AotW: This blanket and this air pod case Meg’s AotW: Everybody Come Alive, Marcie Alvis Walker Article: The Existential Necessity of Midlife Change (Harvard Business Review) MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 427: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The struggle is real in the clothes closet Ep. 380: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Brain Fog and Cycle Chaos Ep. 395: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Parenting Our Parents and Life in the Middle Ep. 401: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The Ups and Downs of Sex! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Mindy on Instagram!! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2023

Summer is here, and we have a question - what if you could blend the magic of 1980s summers with all the conveniences of 2023? That’s exactly what Meg had in mind when she created the So Awesome Summer digital summer guide for you! Today, she tells all about something she’s never done before - create a thing based on a dream. No really, an actual dream. Plus she’s your tour guide into Sorta Awesome past into some true Hall of Fame Sorta Awesome summer moments! The So Awesome Summer Guide is HERE! Don’t forget to use code awesome23 at check-out for 23% off! Looking for MORE Sorta Awesome? It’s a great time of year to become a Super Star! Get ad-free versions of Friday episodes, plus many, many hours of ad-free exclusive episodes created just for our Super Stars that you can download and binge right now! Plus text with Meg and the team and join our Super Star community on Facebook! Check it out at patreon.com/sortaawesome We’ve done your spring gifting season shopping FOR YOU! Check out the idea lists for Graduation 2023 in our Sorta Awesome Amazon store! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Lume: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that’s over 40% off) with promo code AWESOME at lumedeodorant.com Redd Remedies: Listeners can use the code AWESOME at www.reddremedies.com to receive 20% off SHOW NOTES: Netflix series Jewish Matchmaking MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 443: YOUR Awesome guide to summer reading! Ep. 302: Your Best Summer Based on Your Personality Type Ep. 316: Summer Meals Extravaganza! Ep. 394: Awesome Summer List 2022 You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2023

Explore the best books to read this summer with Meg and Sorta Awesome regular Katie Proctor, from buzz-worthy novels to inspiring non-fiction! If it's hot on TikTok's BookTok, you know Meg knows about it, and Katie brings selections for every kind of reader that you definitely want to check out in the summer months ahead. Looking for MORE Sorta Awesome? It’s a great time of year to become a Super Star! Get ad-free versions of Friday episodes, plus many, many hours of ad-free exclusive episodes created just for our Super Stars that you can download and binge right now! Plus text with Meg and the team and join our Super Star community on Facebook! Check it out at patreon.com/sortaawesome We’ve done your spring gifting season shopping FOR YOU! Check out the idea lists for Graduation 2023 in our Sorta Awesome Amazon store! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *OneSkin: Get 15% off with code AWESOME at oneskin.co *Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/AWESOME for 10% off your next purchase (or use code AWESOME at checkout) *Babbel: Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Awesomes! Find ALL the books mentoined in today’s episode on Amazon or on Bookshop! Or use the individual affiliate links included below! Meg AotW: Can We Read? newsletter by Sarah Miller Katie’s AotW: The Labors of Hercules Beal by Gary D Schmidt Amazon | Bookshop LibroFM audiobook platform MEG’S LIST: Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross Amazon | Bookshop What I Carry, Jennifer Longo Amazon | Bookshop Icebreaker, Hannah Grace Amazon | Bookshop Twisted Games, Ana Huang Amazon | Bookshop Fourth Wing, Rebecca Yarros Amazon | Bookshop KATIE’S LIST: Literary Books That Will Make You Feel Things: Go As a River by Shelley Read Amazon | Bookshop Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Amazon | Bookshop Pure Fun: The Mostly True Story of Tanner and Louise by Colleen Oakley Amazon | Bookshop Nonfiction on the Lighter Side for Beach Reading: Enchantment: Awakening Wonder in an Anxious Age by Katherine May Amazon | Bookshop (also mentioned Wintering by Katherine May Amazon | Bookshop) The Life Council: 10 Friends Every Woman Needs by Laura Tremaine Amazon | Bookshop YA Goodies: Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross Amazon | Bookshop (also mentioned Lovely War by Julie Berry Amazon | Bookshop) Warrior Girl Unearthed by Angeline Boulley Amazon | Bookshop Fun, Frothy, and Spicy: Happy Place by Emily Henry Amazon | Bookshop (also mentioned Book Lovers by Emily Henry Amazon | Bookshop) Yours, Truly by Abby Jimenez Amazon | Bookshop The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy by Megan Bannen Amazon | Bookshop What Else I’m Looking Forward To: The One and Only Ruby by Katherine Applegate Amazon | Bookshop The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese Amazon | Bookshop The Asventures of Amina al-Sirafi by S.A. Chakraborty Amazon | Bookshop The Sun and the Star by Rick Riordan and Mark Oshiro Amazon | Bookshop MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 442: Say this, not that! Ep. 441: DNG angst: the dreadful feeling of abandoning books Ep. 430: What to do when your reading life feels broken Ep. 408: The books that shaped who we are You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! You can find Katie at her website or on Facebook and Instagram! And be sure to order her latest book Color Coded! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2023

We all know that feeling - laying in bed at night, replaying a conversation from the day in your mind as you think through how you could have said something in a way that was a little more … awesome. Meg and Kelly know that feeling all too well, and in this conversation, they share some insights on engaging in respectful dialogue, navigating potentially sensitive topics, and having meaningful conversations with friends, family, co-workers, and more! Looking for ways to start the week off right? Make sure you are subscribed to So Awesome Sunday! Meg’s every-other-week newsletter gives you the rundown on what you might have missed in the Sorta Awesome universe as well as sparkly fun things to find around the web! Sign up for the So Awesome Sunday newsletter! We’ve done your spring gifting season shopping FOR YOU! Check out the idea lists for Graduation 2023 in our Sorta Awesome Amazon store! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout Redd Remedies: Listeners can use the code AWESOME at www.reddremedies.com to receive 20% off Peaceful Mama and Rhythm & Flo (+ all other Redd Remedies products). *Babbel: Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Kelly’s AotW: Kelly's AotW: American Born Chinese coming to Disney+ on May 24 Meg’s AotW: School Spirits on Paramount+ Sign up for Paramount+ using our affiliate link! The Couch Podcast #159 — Sorta Spooky Series & Movies About Ghosts (with Meg Tietz) Everything Happens for a Reason by Kate Bowler Em and Friends Empathy cards Jenna Bush Hager Cries as She Says She 'Wasn't There' for Hoda Kotb When Daughter Hope Was Sick MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 441: DNG angst: the dreadful feeling of abandoning books Ep. 438: What we’ve been learning lately: Volume 2 Ep. 432: Let’s talk about midlife: supporting nervous systems & finding healthcare Ep. 430: What to do when your reading feels broken You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2023

Most every reader struggles with making the tough decision to "DNF" (or "did not finish") a book, and there are a variety of reasons for what makes it so dang difficult! Meg and Rebekah discuss the reality of this anguish and how hard it can be to quit reading a book that isn't working for you. Hear their personal experiences with quitting books, why they made the decisions they did, and tips on how to recognize when it's time to put down a book. Tune into this episode of the Sorta Awesome podcast for some real talk and bookish confessions! Sign up for the So Awesome Sunday newsletter! We’ve done your spring gifting season shopping FOR YOU! Check out the idea lists for Mother’s Day and Graduation 2023 in our Sorta Awesome Amazon store! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *CrowdHealth: Visit joincrowdhealth.com and use code AWESOME at checkout to get your first 3 months for just $99/month SHOW NOTES: Rebekah’s AotW: Scandalized by Ivy Owens Meg’s AotW: You Must Remember This podcast series on Erotic 90s (especially this episode!) MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 440: 10 questions for Meg! Ep. 415: What happens when you love what you love Ep. 435: We are THAT friend (a reunion show!) Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: all the products we’re loving, hating and wanting right now! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2023

Get to know what Meg is like off-microphone on this special super-sized episode of Sorta Awesome! Her best friend (and social media manager) Kathryn has ten questions for her, and in her answers, she shares about her life as a mom, her passion for the podcast, and her dreams for the future. Press play to hear this insightful discussion that celebrates the power of community and connection (and ALSO to hear how Kathryn ended up with Paul Rudd on her honeymoon!). Sign up for the So Awesome Sunday newsletter! We’ve done your spring gifting season shopping FOR YOU! Check out the idea lists for Mother’s Day and Graduation 2023 in our Sorta Awesome Amazon store! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Redd Remedies: Listeners can use the code AWESOME at www.reddremedies.com to receive 20% off Peaceful Mama and Rhythm & Flo (and all other Redd Remedies products). SHOW NOTES: Kathryn’s AotW: Candle warmer lamp (like this one and this one); Rewind candle in Chardonnay Kathryn’s Second AotW: SmileDirect Club Cleaning Machine; Retainer Brite Tablets Meg’s AotW: Super Star Awesome Heather’s Life Skills checklist MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 439: Midlife with Mindy & Meg: our reactions to midlife in the news Ep. 435: We are THAT friend (a reunion show!) Ep. 431: Ten awesome things for Spring 2023! Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: all the products we’re loving, hating and wanting right now! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kathryn on Instagram as our Sorta Awesome social media director! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2023

We started having candid, in-depth, personal, and consistent conversations about midlife (and perimenopause) (and menopause) in March 2022. Suddenly, it seems like there are headlines about this season of life everywhere we turn! Well, Meg and Mindy read recent articles so you don’t have to. They share their honest reactions to some major headlines about women in midlife that you might have missed! Don’t forget you can find all of our episodes about all things midlife on Spotify We’ve done your spring gifting season shopping FOR YOU! Check out the idea lists for Mother’s Day and Graduation 2023 in our Sorta Awesome Amazon store! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *iHerb: Get 22% off iHerb with promo code AWESOME at iherb.com/?rcode=AWESOME! *Headspace: Go to headspace.com/AWESOME30 for one month free of their entire mindfulness library SHOW NOTES: Our Midlife Discussion begins at 23:00 in! Meg’s AotW: Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross Mindy’s AotW: Just One Damned Thing After Another: The Chronicles of St. Mary's Book One Article: 25 years of research shows insidious effect of racism on Black women’s menopausal transition, health Article: Oprah’s menopause symptom scare The Vaginal Laser Controversy Good news - our brains adapt and bounce back after menopause! MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 427: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The struggle is real in the clothes closet Ep. 419: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Support for Grief & Losing a Parent Ep. 380: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Brain Fog and Cycle Chaos Ep. 395: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Parenting Our Parents and Life in the Middle Ep. 401: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The Ups and Downs of Sex! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Mindy on Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2023

Even though life never seems to slow down on slinging new lessons and learning at us, sometimes WE need to slow down and process it with a friend. Today, Meg and Kelly have a fantastic conversation about what they’ve been learning lately and from redefining awe to finding new understandings of love (and its opposite!), there’s something for every Awesome in this discussion! This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! When you sign up, you get instant access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, ad-free versions of Sorta Awesome, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Babbel: Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/awesome *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: JAMMY EGGS! Kelly’s AotW: Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Tortilla Soup Timber Hawkeye (@BuddhistBootcamp) on Mayim Bialik's Breakdown Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life by Dacher Keltner Dacher Keltner on the show Kelly produces at MPR MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 437: Feeling the vibe: Harry, Taylor and the power of collective effervescence Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: products we’re loving, hating and wanting right now! Ep. 429: Nom Nom for us, Awesomes! Ep. 434: The awesome guide to Trader Joe’s and ALDI You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2023

You know that feeling of electricity that runs through the crowd at a great live show? What about how easy it is to get teary-eyed at parades or how you can feel so collectively stressed you might feel at a nearly-tied sporting event? There’s a word for that experience, and today, Meg and Rebekah talk through big-crowd concerts and other places humans vibe with the same energy! This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! When you sign up, you get instant access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, ad-free versions of Sorta Awesome, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *CrowdHealth: Visit joincrowdhealth.com and use code AWESOME at checkout to get your first 3 months for just $99/month *Headspace: Try Headspace free for 30 days by going to headspace.com/AWESOME30 to unlock all of Headspace FREE for 30 days SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: Urban Decay Vice lip bond glossy lipstick in Unbreakable Rebekah’s AotW: Splitwise (app) What’s behind the magic of live music? at The Conversation MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 435: We are THAT friend (a reunion show!) Ep. 415: What happens when you love what you love Ep. 386: Never have I ever (a group show!) Ep. 426: The pandemic broke me. Now what? You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2023

There’s a new buzzword in the world of health, wellness, and body movement: somatic. But the concept of somatic movement isn’t new at all - in fact, it’s a practice that has been creating healing and helping people connect with their intuition for decades! Today, Meg welcomes Jen Hoffman of HealthyMoving.com back to Sorta Awesome. Jen explains the concepts behind somatic movement and how these practices can create powerful changes in your life as you connect body, mind, and spirit. This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! When you sign up, you get instant access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, ad-free versions of Sorta Awesome, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Honeylove: Save 20% off at honeylove.com with code AWESOME SHOW NOTES: Plush Puddin’ from Fenty (Meg’s AotW) Jen created this intro to somatics just for the Awesomes! It’s all free and easy to access! MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 128 Love your body, change the world Ep. 164 How to be smart, strong, and social at any age Ep. 273 A MUST-LISTEN to heal from 2020 for an awesome 2021! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! You can find Jen at HealthyMoving.com and on Facebook and Instagram! and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2023

We did it again - we got the band back together, friends! You do not want to miss this conversation with Meg, Kelly, Rebekah, and OG Sorta Awesome co-host Laura Tremaine! Laura’s new book The Life Council: Ten Friends Every Woman Needs comes out very soon, and she’s here to catch up with friends as they discuss all the ways friendship can look over time. This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! When you sign up, you get instant access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, ad-free versions of Sorta Awesome, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Jenni Kayne: Get 15% off your first order when you use code AWESOME at checkout at jennikayne.com *Headspace: Try Headspace for FREE for 30 days at headspace.com/AWESOME30 SHOW NOTES: Kelly's AotW: Rob Lowe's new Netflix sitcom, Unstable Rebekah's AotW: One Sec (app) Laura's AotW: Pat McGrath MatteTrance lipstick in Full Panic Meg AotW: Bejeweled by Meg Tietz—sign up at megtietz.substack.com! MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: products we’re loving, hating and wanting right now! Ep. 277: Sharing Our Stuff: A Reunion Episode Ep. 434: The awesome guide to Trader Joe’s and ALDI Ep. 230: Things we are loving and learning You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Preorder Laura’s book The Life Council, which releases April 4th! Learn more about Laura’s book here! Find Laura on Instagram @laura.tremaine and be sure to listen to her show 10 Things To Tell You! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2023

Dear Awesome, can we interest in you in some extremely niche and also extremely helpful food geekery? We sure do hope so because this week, Meg and Kelly are prepared to buckle you into their shopping carts as they stroll the aisles of two nationwide grocery stores with BIG cult followings! Trader Joe’s and ALDI are frequent topics of conversation amongst the Sorta Awesome team, so this week, they are bringing you all the best tips, hacks, and recipe inspirations you need to really get the most out of the TJ’s and ALDI experience! This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! When you sign up, you get instant access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! Did you know Sorta Awesome is on YOUTUBE? You can watch full-length episodes on the Sorta Awesome YT channel! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Prose: Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order today! Go to prose.com/awesome! *Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/SORTA! *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Kelly’s AotW: rest! Meg’s AotW: Alaska Daily on Hulu (Sign up for a free trial using our affiliate link!) Aldi Hack: Use their a box of their Deluxe Mac and Cheese to make a decadent semi-homemade mac and cheese: https://www.kellygordonmn.com/recipes/homemade-mac-and-cheese Inside Trader Joe's podcast Episode 49: Trader Joe’s Trips the Light Hackstastic Inside Trader Joe's podcast Episode 54: Trader Joe’s Product Hacks, the Sequel Article: 29 of the Very Best Trader Joe’s Food Hacks I’ve Learned from the Internet (And a Few of My Own) Article: 14 Best Trader Joe’s Food and Recipe Hacks, According to Employees Almost all ALDI Facebook group Aldi subreddit Trader Joe’s subreddit MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 433: We’re obsessed: products we’re loving, hating and wanting right now! Ep. 429: Nom Nom for us, Awesomes! Ep. 365: The best meals for busy days! Ep. 234: Go-to recipes and foodie memories You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2023

Don’t be mad, but Meg has been holding out on you — but it’s only because she knew this would make a great conversation for the Awesomes! Sorta Awesome regular Julie Tepperman is back on the show this week, and she and Meg have a TON of products they’ve been stockpiling to share with you. They are giving you the scoop on all the skin, body, and makeup products they are loving, the ones they are not-loving, and the ones they really want to try! This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! When you sign up, you get instant access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! Visit the Sorta Awesome Amazon storefront to find our cleaning & organizing list and our fridge & pantry inspiration list! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Honeylove: Save 20% off at honeylove.com with the code AWESOME *CrowdHealth: Visit joincrowdhealth.com and use code AWESOME at checkout to get your first 3 months for just $99/month SHOW NOTES: Awesome of the Week Julie: Reverse Coloring Book Meg: K-Pop Dreaming from California Love podcast Check out our complete list of products in our ShopMy shop! JULIE IS LOVING: Sunbum Roll-on Sunscreen Charlotte Tilbury Goddess Cleansing Duo Lollia wish hand cream belif Aquabomb lip mask Tula rose glow brightening eye balm Benefit Precisely, My Brow CoverGirl Simply Ageless Lip Flip liner in Elegant Nude Makeup bag cleaning ball Jones Road What The Foundation MEG IS LOVING: Paula’s Choice Ceramide-Enriched Firming Moisturizer and Phytoestrogen Elasticity Renewal Serum Oil of Olay Retinol + Peptide 24 Dr. Scholl’s Severe Cracked Heal Balm Glossier Boy Brow and Pro Tip eyeliner Jones Road Just a Sec eyeshadow cream, Topaz Jones Road Miracle Balm in Flushed SAIE Hydrabeam concealer Flower Beauty Skin Smoothie power matte primer The Not-Loving IT Cosmetics Confidence in an Eye Cream NARS Multiple Stick in Orgasm Tatcha Dewy Skin Cream Tarte Marajuca Juicy Lip/ Lip Plump Makeup by Mario eye palette IT Cosmetics brush bath Tula So Polished sugar scrub elf Whoa Glow sunscreen elf Putty Blushes Glossier Lash Slick mascara Paula’s Choice 1% Retinol Want To Try Sunday Riley Ceramic Slip Face Wash Cinema Secrets brush wash Paula’s Choice Multi-Peptide Booster Gwen Stefani GXVE mascara MAC dry shampoo for eyelashes MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 414: Pro-tips and products to make life easier Ep. 364: We’re obsessed: life hacks we swear by! Ep. 375: 10 inexpensive buys that improved our lives Ep. 336: Go through our EMPTIES with us! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Julie on Instagram and Facebook! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2023

You hit midlife, and suddenly it feels like your nerves are raw. You’re jumpy, you can’t remember anything, and you feel overwhelmed. While all of this feels very un-awesome, we’ve got good news for you! You aren’t alone, and we’ve got some ideas that just might help. Midlife with Mindy and Meg is back, and this time, they are talking all things nervous system. What causes this upheaval in our minds and bodies, and how can we feel a little more centered? And also, how exactly are we supposed to find health care providers who are knowledgeable about all of the changes that perimenopause brings? Push play on this conversation to hear Meg and Mindy bring you the best friend advice you need to get through this stage of life. Find EVERY episode in the Midlife with Mindy and Meg series on our Spotify playlist! This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! When you sign up, you get instant access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Athletic Greens: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/SORTA! *Babbel: Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Mindy’s AotW: Anthony's Premium Nutritional Yeast Flakes Meg’s AotW: How to keep house while drowning by KC Davis How to do laundry while depressed - Ted Talk by KC Davis KC Davis on TikTok Article: Signs your nervous system is struggling & how to support it better during menopause Article: How to survive the great progesterone crash of perimenopause Article: 7 ways to support the vagus nerve and improve heart rate variability (HRV) Dr Mary Claire Haver on IG The North American Menopause Society MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 427: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The struggle is real in the clothes closet Ep. 419: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Support for Grief & Losing a Parent Ep. 380: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Brain Fog and Cycle Chaos Ep. 395: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Parenting Our Parents and Life in the Middle Ep. 401: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The Ups and Downs of Sex! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Mindy on Instagram and as a regular on the Currently Reading podcast! Mindy also produced and created Bookend Homeschoolers. Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2023

Whether you are shivering under late winter snowfalls or sneezing eight times in a row from seasonal allergies, there’s no denying that spring is just around the corner, and we have got you COVERED! Meg is joined this week by Rebekah and they have put together all you need to make spring a little more awesome this year. From fragrances to activities for kids to what to watch in theaters to the one trend no asked for, you cannot miss a minute of the spring seasonal list! This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! When you sign up, you get instant access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Headspace: Go to headspace.com/AWESOME for one month free of their entire mindfulness library *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout *LuvBug: Go to LuvBuglearning.com and sign up for a 7-day free trial or simply download from the app store and subscribe! SHOW NOTES: Rebekah’s AotW: Pink Picasso Paint By Number Kits (Here’s one that is most like Rebekah's!) Meg’s AotW: Cozy Ripples REBEKAH’S LIST: Beckham Hotel Collection Pillows Easy Baked Tortellini Crazy Forts Kits Daisy Jones & The Six A Good Good Person Air Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret? Love Again The Little Mermaid Happy Place by Emily Henry The True Love Experiment by Christina Lauren Extra link: @iamlevelingup on TikTok talks about the crunchy community being a cult MEG’S LIST: REN AHA exfoliator Skin brush set Lulu candles (Wild Lemongrass scent) Good Chemistry perfume Tiger Lily Replica Springtime in a Park Leaves of Leisure tea- Road Trip and Picnic in the Park (Bonus! use code SortaAwesome15 for 15% off the entire site!) Travel sipper mug Glass bud vases Cut flower food MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 384: Awesome list for Spring 2022 Ep. 283: Awesome list for Spring 2021 Ep. 426: The pandemic broke me. Now what? Ep. 392: Romance Starter Pack (Part 1) You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2023

Do you feel like your enthusiasm for reading has gone into a downward spiral, creating an un-awesome urge to turn away from books? Don't worry - we get it! This week, Meg is joined by books and reading regular Katie Proctor who is here to help lift your spirits and show you how book-lovers can avoid the dreaded reading slump. So grab your favorite reading snack and journey with us down this literary rabbit hole of tips, tricks, and inspiration! This is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! Earlier this month, Super Stars Live featured a Spicy Book Show & Tell and hilarity ensued. You can catch up with the video and audio replays PLUS get access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Prose: Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order today! Go to prose.com/awesome! *Babbel: Get up to 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Katie’s AotW: The Source of Self Regard by Toni Morrison Inciting Joy by Ross Gay One Day We’ll All Be Dead and None of This Will Matter by Scaachi Koul Meg’s AotW: AD Open Door Celebrity Home Tours on YouTube Liv Tyler’s home tour BOOKS The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street by Karina Yan Glaser (whole series) Cinder by Marissa Meyer (whole Lunar Chronicles series) Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Schafer A Prayer for Owen Meany by John Irving The Salt Path by Raynor Winn AUDIOBOOKS Sign up for audiobooks.com using our link and get 3 audiobooks with a 30-day free trial! The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller Amazon | Audible Broken Horses by Brandi Carlile Amazon | Audible I Take My Coffee Black by Tyler Merritt Amazon | Audible Project Hail Mary, Andy Weir Amazon | Audible Lincoln in the Bardo, George Saunders Amazon | Audible Daisy Jones and the Six, Taylor Jenkins Reid Amazon | Audible MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 408: The books that shaped who we are Ep. 385: Ten favorite middle grade reads Ep. 366: Best in books & reading in 2021! Ep. 279: The Enneagram explains your reading life You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! You can find Katie at her website or on Facebook and Instagram! And be sure to check out her latest book Hand in Hand! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2023

Snacks, snacks, snacks. Who doesn’t love a snack?! This week, Meg and Kelly dig into a delicious conversation about their favorite snacks. Meg enlightens Kelly to growing up in an ingredients-only household, and Kelly reveals her microwave-less childhood. Then, they decide to form the Raisin Mafia! From crunchy to creamy, salty to sweet, low-cook to no-cook, they’ve got all their favorites to share. And if you are in the mood for spicy, this is the PERFECT time to become a Super Star Awesome! Earlier this month, Super Stars Live featured a Spicy Book Show & Tell and hilarity ensued. You can catch up with the video and audio replays PLUS get access to hundreds of hours of bonus material, an exclusive Facebook group, and the texting number to reach out to the Sorta Awesome team! It’s a GREAT day to become a Super Star! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Fabric: Apply today in just 10 minutes at meetfabric.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Kelly's AotW: Shrinking on Apple TV Start your Apple TV+ free trial by using our link—must be a new user Meg’s AotW: Extraordinary on Hulu Get your Hulu free trial by using our link! Ingredients-only household on TikTok SAVORY SNACKS: Jalapeno Lime Tortilla Chips Off the Eaten Path Veggie Crisps Aldi Gourmet Snacking Cheese (Habanero Jack) Aldi Snack Selects (Pepper Jack, Raisins, Honey Roasted Peanuts) Alabama Fire-Crackers SWEET SNACKS: Target's Filled Mini Straws Sour Rainbow Vergo Mango suckers The Best Chocolate Mug Cake from Table for Two TikTok Mangonada MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 377: How to REALLY love yourself Ep. 415: What happens when you love what you love Ep. 426: The pandemic broke me. Now what? Ep. 416: You’re invited to our FAVORITE THINGS party! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2023

Roses are red, chocolates are fine, but we think you should ask YOURSELF, “will you be mine?” Okay, that was a little silly, but it’s the heart of our conversation going into today’s episode! What would happen if you decided to treat yourself as the love of your life? The women of Sorta Awesome have thoughts and ideas to get you inspired! Join our Patreon community! When you become a supporter of Sorta Awesome on Patreon, you get access to fun things like the Super Star book club and texting with Meg and the team. Plus HUNDREDS of hours of ad-free exclusive episodes to download right now! We would love to have you!!! Go to patreon.com/sortaawesome to become a Super Star Awesome! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: Seatmate on Audible Need to sign-up for Audible? No problem, we got you! Try Audible Plus and get three months FREE! MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 377: How to REALLY love yourself Ep. 392: Romance starter pack, Part 1 Ep. 393: Romance starter pack, Part 2 Ep. 404: Rom-Coms for the modern era You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2023

Welcome back to the Midlife with Mindy and Meg series! Sorta Awesome regular Mindy Brouse is back, and this week, she brought the Perimenopause Critters with her! She and Meg are exploring the many conflicted feelings and paradoxes of this stage of life. From not recognizing our own bodies to feeling guilt over anti-aging products, from hearing advice from all sides and not knowing who to trust, this very candid conversation brings so much to the surface. All those things you thought you couldn’t say out loud? Mindy and Meg have created a safe place to have THOSE conversations! Also WE MADE A VALENTINE’S GIFT GUIDE for you - find something for everyone on your list (or something just for you!) THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Grove: Go to grove.com/AWESOME and get a free gift set worth up to fifty dollars with your first order. Plus free shipping! SHOW NOTES: Meg’s AotW: The Bandit Queens, Parini Shroff Mindy’s AotW: Peace by Chocolate: The Hadhad Family’s Remarkable Journey from Syria to Canada and Peace by Chocolate movie and Peace by Chocolate chocolate Let's talk about midlife playlist on Spotify The Galveston Diet by Dr Mary Claire Haver Follow Dr. Mary Claire Haver on IG The Change by Kirsten Miller Bodies are Cool by Tyler Feder Honor by Thrity Umrigar MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 419: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Support for Grief & Losing a Parent Ep. 380: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Brain Fog and Cycle Chaos Ep. 389: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Nonstop Appetite & Historical Hysteria Ep. 395: Let’s Talk About Midlife: Parenting Our Parents and Life in the Middle Ep. 401: Let’s Talk About Midlife: The Ups and Downs of Sex! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Mindy on Instagram and as a regular on the Currently Reading podcast! Mindy also produced and created Bookend Homeschoolers. Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2023

Gather ‘round, friends. We think this is a good time to circle up and contemplate the changes brought upon our lives and the changes that have happened within OURSELVES in the past three years. Rebekah joins Meg this week with some vulnerable reflections on how she feels different as a person following the pandemic, and not in very awesome ways. Meg digs deep into Myers Briggs theory to surface some reasons why our shadow types come out when we are under significant stress. You might not be prepared for how emotional this conversation gets! Join our Patreon community! When you become a supporter of Sorta Awesome on Patreon, you get access to fun things like the Super Star book club and texting with Meg and the team. Plus HUNDREDS of hours of ad-free exclusive episodes to download right now! We would love to have you!!! Go to patreon.com/sortaawesome to become a Super Star Awesome! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Prose: Take your FREE in-depth hair consultation and get 15% off your first order today! Go to prose.com/awesome! SHOW NOTES: Rebekah’s AotW: Spare by Prince Harry (Psst! Sign up for audiobooks.com using our affiliate link and get 3 audiobooks with a 30 day free trial!) Meg’s AotW: Otherworld Podcast Find your Myers Briggs type here: https://www.truity.com/test/type-finder-personality-test-new Sara by the Season newsletter My Sweet Dumb Brain newsletter Article: Differential Personality Change Earlier and Later in the Coronavirus Pandemic MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 178: The truth about personality, organization and productivity! Ep. 279: The Enneagram explains your reading life Ep. 415: What happens when you love what you love Ep. 383: Our MOST memorable confessions! Ep. 302: Have the best summer based on your personality type! You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Rebekah on her blog, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2023

Let’s talk about money, Awesomes! Yes, this topic makes some of us squirmy, but you know for THIS money conversation, you’re just chatting with friends. Meg welcomes Kate Nixon Anania back to the show, and Kate gets to talk about one of her biggest passions - personal finance! No matter where you are in your relationship with money, Kate has some great advice of both the practical and the mindset variety! Join our Patreon community! When you become a supporter of Sorta Awesome on Patreon, you get access to fun things like the Super Star book club and texting with Meg and the team. Plus HUNDREDS of hours of ad-free exclusive episodes to download right now! We would love to have you!!! Go to patreon.com/sortaawesome to become a Super Star Awesome! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Babbel: Get 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/awesome *Foria: Get 20% off your first order by visiting foriawellness.com/AWESOME or use code AWESOME at checkout SHOW NOTES: Kate’s AotW: Souper Cubes Meg’s AotW: IM THRIVIN playlist on Spotify Values-Based Wills and Trusts Workbook Kate’s book: Twenties in Your Pocket MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 185: Be More Awesome With Your Money Extra Awesome: Eating Less Meat and More Plants with Kate Nixon Anania Ep. 424: Trends & Predictions for 2023! Ep. 423: Why Habits Fail & the Secret to Real Progress You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! You can find Kate on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram or visit her website www.twentiesinyourpocket.com Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2023

Let’s grab our crystal balls, Awesomes. What do we see for the year ahead? Meg and Kelly have done the research and they are here to tell you everything you need to know 2023! Is this the year that Artificial Intelligence takes over? Will the trip back to the 90s and early 2000s finally come to an end? Are the kids really wearing underwear as PANTS?! Tune in for everything you don’t want to miss for the future! Join our Patreon community! When you become a supporter of Sorta Awesome on Patreon, you get access to fun things like the Super Star book club (next meeting: January 14th!) and texting with Meg and the team. Plus HUNDREDS of hours of ad-free exclusive episodes to download right now! We would love to have you!!! Go to patreon.com/sortaawesome to become a Super Star Awesome! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Fabric: Apply today in just 10 minutes at meetfabric.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Kelly's AotW: Puzzle board. Here is Kelly’s puzzle board…or try this similar one! Meg’s AotW: LED Night Light, Touch Lamp with Wireless Charger, Portable Bluetooth Speaker Yoga with Adriene 30 Days of Yoga January series Sorta Yogis Facebook spin-off group YouTube videos: My 2023 Trend Precitions (That You’ll Actually Wear) My 2023 Makeup Predictions! 2023 Year Ahead: A Year of Thresholds and Shifts MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 384: Awesome list for Spring 2022 Ep. 283: Awesome list for Spring 2021 Ep. 334: What I Wish I’d Bought Sooner! Ep. 274: 10 (more) little luxuries to get you through the winter You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Kelly on Twitter , Instagram and on her website! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2023

How many times have you determined you want to create a new habit, only to have your plans, dreams, and goals crash and burn within the first week? If this is you, please hit play on this episode! Meg is starting off the new year with a FANTASTIC conversation with Monica Packer of the super popular podcast About Progress. Monica is here to assure us that there is nothing wrong with you, we just need to have a new understanding around how we can create lasting changes in our lives in some very awesome ways. You do NOT want to miss this one! Join our Patreon community! When you become a supporter of Sorta Awesome on Patreon, you get access to fun things like the romance reading challenge and our monthly book club! We would love to have you!!! Go to patreon.com/sortaawesome to become a Super Star Awesome! There's still time to join for our next book club discussion on January 14th! We'll be discussing Bonnie Garmus's novel Lessons in Chemistry. We would love to have you! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: *Grove: Go to grove.com/AWESOME and get a free starter set worth up to fifty dollars with your first order *Babbel: Get 55% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/awesome SHOW NOTES: Shark Steam and Scrub mop SAIE Beauty lip blur Sign up for Monica’s (FREE!) habit class About Progress website MORE EPISODES FROM SORTA AWESOME: Ep. 422: All the Awesome of 2022 (a group show!) Ep. 369: Compassionate advice for the new year with Rev. Mary Lee Downey Ep. 273: A MUST-LISTEN to heal from 2020 for an awesome 2021 Ep. 162: Self-care, self-comfort, what’s healthy, what’s not You can find Meg on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Find Monica at the About Progress website and on Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram, and @sortaawesomepod on Twitter! This post may contain affiliate links, which means we receive a tiny commission from the seller at no additional cost to you, if you purchase from them. We only share products and services we have used, tested, and love ourselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2023